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Target (TGT, $167.47) earnings drop -90%

Target (TGT, $167.47) earnings drop -90%

Target posted its second quarter earnings that plunged almost -90%, while missing analysts' expectations.

The retail giant’s earnings for the quarter came in at $0.39 a share, vs. $3.65 a share a year ago. The figure is also well below FactSet's consensus estimate of $0.79 a share.

Revenue of $26.04 billion, up from $25.16 billion a year earlier. Analysts expected $26.03 billion.

Gross margin narrowed to 21.5% from 30.4% a year ago, in part reflecting higher markdown rates mainly due to inventory impairments and actions to deal with lower-than-expected sales in discretionary categories, and higher shipping costs.

The company’s inventory was $15.32 billion in the second quarter, rising from $15.08 billion in the first quarter and $11.26 billion in the year-ago quarter. "While these inventory actions put significant pressure on our near-term profitability, we're confident this was the right long-term decision in support of our guests, our team and our business," Brian Cornell, Target's chairman and CEO, mentioned. In June, TTarget had cautioned that  its profitability would be impacted due to its plans to lower prices in order to sell unwanted inventory.

Target projects  full-year revenue growth in the low- to mid-single digit range. It is expecting operating margin rate in a range of around 6% in the second half of 2022.

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TGT sees its Stochastic Oscillator ascends from oversold territory

On October 30, 2026, the Stochastic Oscillator for TGT moved out of oversold territory and this could be a bullish sign for the stock. Traders may want to buy the stock or buy call options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 57 instances where the indicator left the oversold zone. In 42 of the 57 cases the stock moved higher in the following days. This puts the odds of a move higher at over 74%.

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on October 30, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on TGT as a result. In 61 of 88 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 69%.

Following a +3.64% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where TGT advanced for three days, in 196 of 298 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 66%.

TGT may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for TGT turned negative on October 26, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 51 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 32 of the 51 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 63%.

TGT moved below its 50-day moving average on October 23, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.

The 10-day moving average for TGT crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on October 07, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 8 of 14 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 57%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where TGT declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 62%.

The Aroon Indicator for TGT entered a downward trend on October 30, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 10 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 36 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 40 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. TGT’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Seasonality Score of 50 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 78 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (3.931) is normal, around the industry mean (5.731). P/E Ratio (15.948) is within average values for comparable stocks, (24.243). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.972) is also within normal values, averaging (2.171). TGT has a moderately high Dividend Yield (0.030) as compared to the industry average of (0.010). P/S Ratio (0.654) is also within normal values, averaging (1.008).

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. TGT’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 57, placing this stock worse than average.

Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are Walmart (NASDAQ:WMT), Costco Wholesale Corp (NASDAQ:COST), Target Corp (NYSE:TGT), Dollar General Corp (NYSE:DG), Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR).

Industry description

Companies in the discount stores industry specialize in offering substantial discounts on a vast array of retail products. Some companies in this industry also operate general merchandise warehouse clubs. Products sold at discount stores are typically similar to those of any department store, but the pricing of the goods is generally much lower (and hence the name “discount”). Think Dollar General Corporation, Dollar Tree, Inc. and Five Below, Inc. Many discount stores target low-income households and/or price-sensitive consumers as their potential market. Discount stores’ profitability could hinge on factors like competitive pricing, sufficient locations, healthy revenue per square foot, and effective advertisement. These store operators could have an edge over other retailers during financial crises or recessions, when many consumers could be looking for less expensive alternatives.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Discount Stores Industry is 175.99B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 8.91K to 979.9B. WMT holds the highest valuation in this group at 979.9B. The lowest valued company is BIGGQ at 8.91K.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Discount Stores Industry was 1%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was 9%, and the average quarterly price growth was 17%. DLTR experienced the highest price growth at 7%, while TBBB experienced the biggest fall at -3%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Discount Stores Industry was 53%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was 1% and the average quarterly volume growth was 21%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 75
P/E Growth Rating: 45
Price Growth Rating: 36
SMR Rating: 48
Profit Risk Rating: 57
Seasonality Score: 4 (-100 ... +100)
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a department and discount store

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Specialty Stores
Address
1000 Nicollet Mall
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+1 612 304-6073
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415000
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